Definition of convulsion

Scrabble & Words with friends points

• convulsion is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 15
• convulsion is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 15
• convulsion is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 21

Definition of convulsion

• a sudden uncontrollable attack (noun)

  Examples

  1. convulsions of laughter

  Synonyms

  1. fit
  2. paroxysm
• a violent disturbance (noun)

  Examples

  1. the convulsions of the stock market

  Synonyms

  1. turmoil
  2. upheaval
• a physical disturbance such as an earthquake or upheaval (noun)
• violent uncontrollable contractions of muscles (noun)

See definition of convulsion in Merriam Webster